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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,013
Typical prices: C$ 917-C$ 1,117
Turkish Airlines
Mon 26/11Tue 4/12
IST - KBL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 571
Typical prices: C$ 506-C$ 608
Kam Air
Tue 20/11
IST - KBL • Direct
Direct flights
5 days a week
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines, Kam Air, and Ariana. Average duration is 4h 51m
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Avoid delays
Turkish Airlines
Most punctual • 82% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 18% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Sharjah (SHJ)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 748 (round-trip)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 11h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Kabul (IST-KBL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Kabul

Thu, 26 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.IST  Istanbul-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash
4h 50mdirect
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8:45 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.KBL  Kabul Khwaja Rawash-IST Istanbul
5h 35mdirect
C$ 1,013Turkish Airlines
Thu, 7 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
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12:55 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.IST  Istanbul-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash
4h 50mdirect
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8:45 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.KBL  Kabul Khwaja Rawash-IST Istanbul
5h 35mdirect
C$ 1,015Turkish Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.IST  Istanbul-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash
4h 50mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:45 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.KBL  Kabul Khwaja Rawash-IST Istanbul
5h 35mdirect
C$ 1,015Turkish Airlines
Wed, 24 Feb - Wed, 17 Mar
Kam Air Logo
12:30 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.IST  Istanbul-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash
5h 15mdirect
Kam Air Logo
6:50 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.KBL  Kabul Khwaja Rawash-IST Istanbul
5h 40mdirect
C$ 1,032Kam Air
Sun, 6 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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6:35 p.m. - 8:05 a.m.IST  Istanbul-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash
12h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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9:15 a.m. - 12:50 a.m.KBL  Kabul Khwaja Rawash-IST Istanbul
17h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
C$ 1,105flydubai
Thu, 26 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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1:50 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.IST  Istanbul-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash
36h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
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9:15 a.m. - 12:50 a.m.KBL  Kabul Khwaja Rawash-IST Istanbul
17h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
C$ 1,105flydubai
Sun, 29 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
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1:50 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.IST  Istanbul-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash
36h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
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5:15 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.KBL  Kabul Khwaja Rawash-IST Istanbul
25h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
C$ 1,105flydubai
Thu, 26 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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1:50 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.IST  Istanbul-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash
36h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
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9:15 a.m. - 12:50 a.m.KBL  Kabul Khwaja Rawash-IST Istanbul
17h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
C$ 1,107flydubai
Sat, 31 Oct - Sun, 29 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.IST  Istanbul-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash
4h 50mdirect
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8:45 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.KBL  Kabul Khwaja Rawash-IST Istanbul
5h 35mdirect
C$ 1,266Turkish Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Fri, 18 Dec
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12:55 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.IST  Istanbul-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash
4h 50mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:45 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.KBL  Kabul Khwaja Rawash-IST Istanbul
5h 35mdirect
C$ 1,276Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Istanbul Airport to Kabul flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?

Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul typically range from C$ 917 to C$ 1,117. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,013, on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Kabul. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 2% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Kabul at C$ 816 round-trip.
•September (C$ 1,063) and August (C$ 1,053) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 30% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul the cheapest?

Flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Istanbul Airport to Kabul flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

C$ 571
Beat the crowds with an average 62% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 130% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Istanbul Airport to Kabul

When to book flights from Istanbul to Kabul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Kabul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Istanbul Airport to Kabul flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul Airport to Kabul:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:30 am and lands at 5:21 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:00 pm and lands at 3:51 am.

    The flight takes about 4h 51m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul.

  • How long does a flight from Istanbul Airport to Kabul take?

    A direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Kabul takes 4h 51m, covering 5,780 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul Airport to Kabul flight?

    Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul range from C$ 917 to C$ 1,117, with an average of C$ 998 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 917 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Istanbul Airport to Kabul flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the C$ 998 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 748 round-trip via Sharjah (SHJ), compared to C$ 992 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 74–C$ 141 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?

    The Airbus A330-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A340 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Istanbul Airport to Kabul spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Istanbul Airport to Kabul flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Kabul changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about C$ 1,013 to C$ 1,917. That means the highest observed fare was about 89% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Kabul looking right now?

    One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Kabul are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 711, which is 23% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?

    Flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Kabul Khwaja Rawash (KBL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Istanbul Airport to Kabul route, 22% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 11m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul pass through?

    One-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 78% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Mazar-I-Sharif (MZR) – 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 940 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 1,028, a difference of C$ 88.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?

    3 airlines operate flights between Istanbul Airport and Kabul. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Turkish Airlines
    • Kam Air
    • Ariana

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 51m, compared with 12h 47m via Mazar-I-Sharif (MZR) and 21h 38m via Sharjah (SHJ).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport and Kabul?

    Kabul is 1 hour ahead of Istanbul Airport (Afghanistan Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul Airport to Kabul flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Kam Air: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport to Kabul flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 940, about C$ 88 less than Friday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to Kabul trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 816 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 247 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Turkish Airlines. Over the past three months, 82% of Turkish Airlines flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 78%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 11m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Sharjah Airport (SHJ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 748 round-trip on this route – about C$ 244 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Kabul?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Kabul Khwaja Rawash Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Wednesday

Ariana,Turkish Airlines

Ariana,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Kam Air

Kam Air

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Ariana,Kam Air,Turkish Airlines

Ariana,Kam Air, +1 more

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Kabul Khwaja Rawash to Istanbul

Tuesday

Ariana

Ariana

Wednesday

Kam Air,Turkish Airlines

Kam Air,Turkish Airlines

Friday

Ariana,Kam Air,Turkish Airlines

Ariana,Kam Air, +1 more

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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